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Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard is still aiming to return from injury in November after missing the last four weeks with angle ligament damage. Mikel Arteta, Norway boss Stale Solbakken and Odegaard himself have all provided updates over the last few weeks with conflicting reports emerging as a result. Prior to the win against Southampton, Odegaard issued a detailed update on his ongoing recovery which seemingly arrived as a major boost “I just wanted to start with the latest on my injury and rehab. In the last week or so I’ve made really good progress,” he revealed in his Arsenal programme…
Novak Djokovic has seen off the Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal rivalry, but he now wants to continue testing himself against the younger generation, according to Mats Wilander. With 22-time Grand Slam winner Nadal announcing his retirement last week, Djokovic will be the last man standing from the Big Three as Federer stepped away from tennis in September 2022. Federer and Nadal initially formed the Big Two as they set several records, but Djokovic became such a dominant figure that it became the Big Three. Novak Djokovic last man standing after Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer retirements Novak Djokovic has…
As Jannik Sinner wonders whether he could still be banned for failing two doping tests, a players’ association is asking the Grand Slams and two main tours to pay for a legal defence fund for athletes. The Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA) was created in 2019 and aims to increase player power within the sport. It believes the four majors, the men’s ATP Tour and women’s WTA Tour should fund access to third-party lawyers, so financial resources are not a barrier to a speedy and authoritative defence. It would – they argue – make the system fairer for all players…
As many as eight players could be missing across both sides when Liverpool takes on Chelsea on Sunday. The Reds return to Premier League action following the international break as they look to retain their spot at the top of the table. Arne Slot’s side begins a tough run of fixtures at the weekend as their title credentials are given their first major examination. Chelsea has made a solid start to the season, with Enzo Maresca’s side sitting fourth after going unbeaten following their opening day defeat to Manchester City. The Blues though will have to cope without some key…
Arne Slot has been dealt another blow as he prepares for Liverpool’s return to Premier League action this weekend. The head coach already had a potential problem in midfield, after Alexis Mac Allister was forced off in the recent 1-0 win at Crystal Palace and then missed Argentina’s first match of the international break. But now that concern has been compounded by the news that Wataru Endo is not in Japan’s matchday squad for their game against Australia today (Tuesday, kick-off 11:35 UK time). It had been reported that the Reds midfielder could miss the World Cup qualifier in Saitama…
Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo may have had his worst-ever performance for the Netherlands in their 1-0 loss to Germany in the Nations League, blog Football-Oranje has suggested. The Dutch forward had a night to forget in the disappointing loss where Stuttgart forward Jamie Leweling, making his debut, scored the game’s only goal to help Germany close in on a quarter-final spot. Julian Nagelsmann’s side hardly allowed the Netherlands a shot on goal on Monday night and, despite the final scoreline, produced a dominant performance, launching a total of 13 shots compared to the Dutch side’s mere three. Gakpo consistently lost…
Liverpool are top of the Premier League after seven games but ex-Reds star Jason McAteer has one concern about Arne Slot’s side’s title credentials Former Reds ace Jason McAteer has emphasised that Arne Slot must utilise his team to the fullest for Liverpool to compete for the top spot. The Dutchman has had a positive start to life at Anfield, with the Premier League giants sitting pretty at the summit after seven fixtures. With star players like Virgil van Dijk, Luis Diaz, and Mohamed Salah turning in standout performances this term, Liverpool seem well-poised to take on current champions Manchester…
The Netherlands fell to defeat against Germany without Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk. Marco van Basten accused the Netherlands of not showing ‘fight’ in their loss to Germany. Ronald Koeman’s side suffered a 1-0 Nations League loss at the Allianz Arena. They were without Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk, who was sent off for two yellow cards in a 1-1 draw against Hungary last weekend. Reds pair Ryan Gravenberch and Cody Gakpo did start for the Netherlands, although they failed to make an impact. Gakpo was substituted immediately after Jamie Leweling netted Germany’s winner in the 64th minute while Gravenberch…
Legendary Clashes: The Significance of Liverpool vs Chelsea at Anfield Liverpool’s tradition of hosting legendary football matches at Anfield is set to continue, with plans for an exciting clash against Chelsea’s legends well underway. James Pearce of The Athletic reports that discussions are nearing completion, with an official announcement expected soon. The potential matchup, earmarked for Saturday, March 22, during the international break, promises to be a spectacle, echoing a rich history of thrilling encounters between these two clubs. The Significance of the Fixture The legends match at Anfield is more than just a game; it’s a celebration of history,…
Alexis Mac Allister could feature for Argentina after complaining of a problem with his right adductor muscle. Liverpool have received a positive update on the fitness of Alexis Mac Allister ahead of this weekend’s Premier League clash with Chelsea. The midfielder was withdrawn at half-time in the Reds’ 1-0 win over Crystal Palace earlier this month after complaining of a problem with his right adductor muscle. Despite the issue, Mac Allister travelled to South America to join up with Argentina ahead of their World Cup qualifiers against Venezuela and Bolivia. The 25-year-old didn’t feature in Thursday’s 1-1 draw with La…